Sociology

Arguments against interscholastic sports

Distract from academics

Injuries

Wasted resources

Creates false status systems

Funded with public money
Arguments for interscholastic sports

Build self esteem

Enhance Fitness

Develop spirit and unity

Reward valued Skill
How participation in intercollegiate sports is related to grades and graduation rates

High school athletes generally have better grades than general population

Learn life skills

Source of status and popularity

Athletes get special treatment
Problems associated with high school sports and intercollegiate athletics

Misuse of funds

Focus on eligibility not prep for future

Not worth money put into it

Sexism, Racism, Elitism

Excessive violence

Professionalization of athlete
Characteristics of big time programs (high revenue, extensive travel)

Emphasis on football and basketball: high revenue

Full Scholarships

Extensive Travel

Elite competition
Student culture - athletes treated differently. Why?
Changes/reforms and recommendations for high school and intercollegiate athletics

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Sociology

Description

Chapter 14

Updated

2011-04-19T17:29:14Z

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